World Handball Championships moved to October 2012

World Handball Championships moved to October 2012


Following extensive meetings and, in conjunction with the World Handball Council, a decision has been made as follows:


In light of issues and delays surrounding the preparations for the World Handball Championships in 2012 in Ireland, it has been decided to put back the date for the hosting of this hugely prestigious event in Ireland. This is in light of major work to be carried out in preparation for the event and now that the proposed new National Handball Centre in Croke Park has been ruled out to being ready in time to host this event.


It has already been passed and approved by GAA Handball Ireland Central Council that the World Championships will be hosted in conjunction with the Ulster GAA Council in Ulster Venues (with the use of North Leinster venues if required). Full details on venues will be released by end of May 2011.


This is a World Handball Council sanctioned event and, following discussion and authority by the World Handball Council Executive, it has been agreed to amend the date for the World Handball Championships (both 40x20 and 1-Wall) to a new date as follows:


World Handball Championships in Ireland 2012

(4-Wall 40x20 & 1-Wall)

Commencing Thursday 4th October 2012 and concluding by Sunday 14th

October 2012.

Eugene O'Reilly exits at quarter final stage of 2011 Irish Nationals 40 x 20

Eugene O’Reilly knocked out in quarter-finals


Crossakiel’s Eugene O’Reilly attempts to reach the semi-finals of the 2011 Irish Nationals Men's C competition came unstuck when he fell to local player Darren O’Toole in the quarters last weekend. Eugene lost out to Wexford man by 21-14, 21-5. Eugene’s doubles partner Eugene Flanagan reached the final but was beaten by Carlow’s Daniel Fenton by 21-12, 21-4 in the final. Westmeath’s Robbie McCarthy & Antrim’s Fiona Shannon were the winners in the Men’s and Ladies finals respectively.

Eugene O'Reilly in quarter finals of 2011 Irish 40 x 20 Nationals

Eugene O'Reilly reaches Irish 40 x 20 Nationals quarter-finals

O’Reilly safely through to quarter finals



Crossakiel’s Eugene O’Reilly is safely through to the knock out stages of the 2011 Irish 40 x 20 Nationals. In Ballaghaderreen yesterday O’Reilly took the 1st game comfortably. His opponent Galway’s Pierce Lalor picked up an injury early in the second and was forced to retire. Peter Flanagan also made a winning start at the same venue when easily disposing of Galway’s Padraig Kelly in straight games.

Eugene O’Reilly next opponent will be Wexford’s Darren O’Toole in the quarter final next Friday at a Wexford venue to be confirmed. The last time these two players met was in the 3rd round of the 2010 Leinster 40 x 20 singles last year with the Wexford men winning by 12-21, 21-12, 21-2. Peter Flanagan has the easier draw when he takes on Roscommon’s Brendan McDonagh also in the quarter-finals

Mens C Singles Rd 1: 11. Eugene O'Reilly (Meath) dft Pierce Lalor (Galway) 21-2, 7-9 scr. inj.
Mens C Singles Rd 1: 14. Peter Flanagan (Meath) dft Padraig Kelly (Galway) 21-7, 21-2

Eugene O'Reilly ready for "eggciting" Irish Handball 40 x 20 Nationals over Easter

Eugene O'Reilly in Irish Nationals action over Easter

Eugene O’Reilly prepares for “eggciting” National handball action over Easter


Crossakiel’s sole representative in the 2011 Irish Handball Nationals 40 x 20 is Eugene O’Reilly will be competing in the Men’s C Singles in which a field of 22 have entered. Also taking part will be Eugene’s doubles partner Kells man Peter Flanagan and Peter Reilly both expected to do well. Eugene has a qualifier on Easter Monday in Ballaghaderreen where he takes on Galway’s Pierce Lalor. Peter Flanagan also plays at the Mayo venue with a tie against Galway’s Padraig Kelly.
The 40 x 20 Nationals this year takes place at Wexford venues from Friday 29th April – Saturday 30TH April. St.Joseph’s 3 Court handball complex in Wexford will host the finals. In the 19 grades there is over 160 players from all over the country taking part in which is certain to be very competitive handball games on show.

Monday 25th April 2011, Ballaghadereen, Mayo:
2.30pm: Mens C Singles Rd 1: 11. Eugene O'Reilly (Meath) v Pierce Lalor (Galway)
3.30pm: Mens C Singles Rd 1: 14. Peter Flanagan (Meath) v Padraig Kelly (Galway)

Support the Royal County Fun Run on May 2nd

Royal County Fun Run Monday May 2nd in Kells starting at 11 a.m.

The Royal County 5km takes place on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May in Kells at 11am with actor Sorcha Furlong, who plays Orla Kirwan in the RTE soap 'Fair City', leading the way.

The event is organised by Meath Local Sports Partnership in association with St. Brigid's Athletic Club and is open to all over 12yrs. It starts and finishes at the Round Tower on Cannon Street.
Meath LSP welcomes all abilities along on the day and particularly would like to see families getting involved. So whether you are a walker, jogger or seasoned runner come along and give it a go.

At the event’s recent launch Sorcha expressed her delight to be involved with this inaugural event. As an avid jogger herself Sorcha believes the event provides a great opportunity for all members of the community to be physically active.

In preparation for the event Meath LSP has been organising Meet ‘n’ Train groups throughout the County. Over the past few weeks participants on these groups have been working hard to gradually increase their distances each week to progress to 5km for the event.


The nominated charity for the event is The National Breast Cancer Research Institute (NCBRI). The National Breast Cancer research Institute (NBCRI) is a voluntary based charity. The key objective of the NBCRI is to conduct relevant, ethical research into the biology of breast cancer, to determine the cause of this disease and improve the treatment for patients. The NBCRI also work to raise awareness of breast cancer and fundraise to provide improved breast cancer services for women throughout Ireland.

Anyone interested in either participating in this event or volunteering should contact Meath Local Sports Partnership at 046 9067337 or log onto www.meathsports.ie to either register online or download a booking form.

McCabe, Rice & Tunney all through to Leinster Juvenile B finals

Leinster Juvenile B 40 x 20 championships Meath v Dublin semi-finals at Kells

Crossakiel were well represented in the Leinster Juvenile B 40 x 20 semi-finals played in Kells. Eoghan McCabe, Conor Rice & Jack Tunney all secured wins over their Dublin opponents.



U13S. Eoghan Mc Cabe (Mh) dft Jack Quinn15-13, 1-15, 15-8

U14S. Killian Prendergast (D) dft Christopher Clinton (Mh) 15-6, 15-1

U15S. Ciaran Tynan (D) dft Ricky Mc Dermot (Mh) 15-12, 15-11

U16S. Conor Rice (Mh) dft Oisin Galvin (D) 15-6, 15-6

U17S. Jack Tunney (Mh) dft Thomas Hoban (D) 15-4, 15-10

Meath U16/17 Team made up of entire Crossakiel club players go out of Leinster team Championships

Back row: James Baugh, Conor Rice
front row: Cormac Gilsenan & Johnny Reilly

Meath U-16/17 team of made up of an entire Crossakiel club team made their exit at the semi-final stage of the Leinster team championships when going under to a stronger Kilkenny team in Ballymore Eustace last Saturday. Conor Rice, Cormac Gilsenan, Johnny Reilly & James Baugh all played well but the overall Kilkenny challenge proved that little bit stronger on the day.

Meath Conor Rice, Cormac Gilsenan, Johnny Reilly & James Baugh (Meath) lost to Niall Mulkerrins, Ronan Egan, Richy Falsey and Eoin Doyle Kilkenny 54-72